A blog devoted to the discussion of the greatest movies ever made, or The Essential Films. From the beginning of cinema history to present day, these films are crucial to the education of anyone who loves the art of film making.

12 YEARS A SLAVE
2013 • Steve McQueen2014 Essential Film Award Winner
• Official Selection
• Best Actor in a Lead Role: Chiwetel Ejiofor
• Best Actress in a Supporting Role: Lupita Nyong'o
• Best Screenplay - Adapted Material: John Ridley based on 12 Years a Slave by Solomon Northup

MAD MAX: FURY ROAD2016 Essential Film Award Winner
• Official 2015 Selection
• Best Film of the Year
• Best Director: George Miller
• Best Costumes
• Best Stunts & Stunt Choreography
• Best Make-Up
• Best Sound Design
• Best Action/Adventure Film

THE SHAPE OF WATER
2017 • Guillermo del Toro2018 Essential Film Award Winner
• Official Selection
• Best Film of the Year
• Best Actress in a Lead Role - Sally Hawkins
• Best Ensemble
• Best Make-Up
• Best Science Fiction or Fantasy Film